Les Eyzies, Prehistoric research center in Dordogne, France
Les Eyzies is a small commune in Dordogne that sits along the Vézère River, surrounded by limestone cliffs containing numerous caves and archaeological shelters dating to the Paleolithic era. These rock formations hold rock paintings and evidence of human occupation spanning thousands of years.
The discovery of Cro-Magnon remains in 1868 during railway construction established this place as fundamental for understanding early human settlements in Europe. This finding sparked intensive archaeological research throughout the surrounding valley region.
The National Museum of Prehistory occupies a castle built into the cliff and displays tools, weapons, and personal objects that belonged to people who lived in these valleys thousands of years ago. Visitors can see how daily life was organized through these recovered items.
This commune serves as a base for visiting around 150 prehistoric sites in the Vézère Valley, most of which offer guided tours to see original wall paintings and rock shelters. Access varies by season and many caves require advance booking for group visits.
A monumental statue of a prehistoric man created by sculptor Paul Dardé in 1931 stands on a natural terrace overlooking the village below. This sculpture serves as a striking landmark visible from many spots in the valleys.
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